For the first time since the Galwan clash, India and China have taken a significant step towards improving ties. Following the recent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on both nations, Beijing and New Delhi appear to be finding common ground.
On his visit to India, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and NSA Ajit Doval. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, the two sides agreed on a 10-point framework to rebuild trust and cooperation.
Key Points of the Agreement
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Visionary Bilateral Relations – Both sides pledged to pursue stable, mutually beneficial ties with serious implementation of agreements.
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SCO Summit Invitation – China invited PM Modi to the 2025 SCO Summit in Tianjin, with India pledging full support.
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BRICS Cooperation – China will support India in hosting the 2026 BRICS Summit, while India will support China in 2027.
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High-Level Talks – A fresh round of bilateral talks is scheduled for 2026 to resolve concerns.
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75th Anniversary of Relations – Both nations will jointly celebrate their diplomatic milestone in 2025.
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Direct Flights & Visas – Agreement to restore direct flight services and ease visa facilities for tourists, business, and media.
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra – Both sides agreed to continue and expand the pilgrimage program.
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Trade & Investment – Commitment to facilitate smoother trade and investments.
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Border Peace – Both countries reaffirmed efforts to maintain peace and harmony in border areas.
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Global Cooperation – Agreed to strengthen dialogue on major international issues, uphold the WTO system, promote multipolarity, and safeguard developing nations’ interests.
A New Chapter After Years of Tension
This marks the first major breakthrough in India-China relations since 2020, when tensions escalated in Ladakh. While challenges remain, the agreements on flights, trade, and border peace signal cautious optimism about a new phase of cooperation between Asia’s two biggest neighbors.